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In this episode, we are joined by authors and podcast hosts Jennifer Malech and Evan Zenobia to discuss their creative journeys in ministry, writing, and podcasting. Together they explore the heart behind their literary podcast The Lamppost in the Woods and reflect on their project with Hyphen Ministries — Hyphen Habits, a book designed to equip young adults with spiritual disciplines through the metaphor of endurance athletics. The conversation touches on faith, obedience, storytelling, transitions, and trusting God in the unknown.


10 Takeaways:

  1. “The most successful people in life are storytellers.” – Storytelling influences everything from career to ministry.
  2. Jennifer and Evan both took leaps of faith by relocating and trusting God with the unknown.
  3. Their podcast Lamppost in the Woods explores timeless stories and literature from a Christian perspective.
  4. Hyphen Habits uses the metaphor of endurance athletics to teach young adults spiritual disciplines.
  5. Every believer has a calling—your spiritual effectiveness depends on your daily habits.
  6. The best writing flows from healing, intention, and the desire to give hope.
  7. Faith and calling often require sacrifice and enduring seasons of uncertainty.
  8. Critical thinking and reading fiction deepen your communication and leadership skills.
  9. Teamwork in ministry reflects the Body of Christ—your gifts are not meant to be isolated.
  10. “You are young enough to fail.” – Take risks for God; He will fill the gaps.

Listen to The Lamppost in the Woods – Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Purchase Hyphen Habits at Pentecostal Publishing

Jennifer’s other books – https://jenmalechbooks.com

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